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The SMSL D200 is a newly released desktop DAC and preamp priced at $319, featuring high-quality audio processing.
It utilizes the ROHM BD34352EKV DAC chip and third-generation XMOS XU316 USB processor, supporting PCM up to 32-bit/768kHz and DSD512.
The device offers versatile connectivity including Bluetooth 5.1 with LDAC and aptX HD, USB, coaxial, and optical inputs, and supports MQA decoding.
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